Worst droughts in U.S. history

Drought aid is on the way for California, currently in the midst of one of the driest spells on record. Take a look at the worst droughts in U.S. history.

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2011 Texas Drought -- The state experienced its driest 12-month period on record during this time, sparking massive wildfires and causing a record $7.6 billion in crop and livestock losses.

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